Published 9:25 am, Friday, August 14, 2015

THE WOODLANDS — The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands, home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, has named Brian Pate the new chief financial officer for the entertainment venue. In this position, Pate will assume a strategic role and have responsibility for the overall fiscal management of The Pavilion.

Pate has served as an executive for several companies in many diverse industries. Most recently, he served as chief financial officer for Arrow Child & Family Ministries, a Christian based provider of child and family services. Prior to joining Arrow, he served as vice president of finance and administration and CFO for The Woodlands Township.

“I am very pleased to have someone with Brian’s experience join our team,” said Jerry MacDonald, president and CEO of The Pavilion. “We look forward to him contributing to our growth and success.”

Pate is a member of Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of CPA’s. He is a resident of Conroe and along with his wife Melissa and their children are active members of Wake Church. Pate holds a bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s in business administration from Sam Houston State University.

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